Job Summary
With a strong background in mental health and substance use issues, criminal justice, and knowledge of gender-based violence, you will be excited about working with an agency that values collaboration, dignity, compassion, innovation, and trust.
You will be part of a team in an exciting new program initiative where you will be working in a live in housing program where you will support residents during their residency as they further their education and work on various elements of personal development. Housing Support staff will be present to oversee the program delivery, day to day living necessities as well as to support the Housing Manager as needed.
- Responsibilities
- answer or return calls for call-ins
- support residents and supervise program activities
- receive briefings on program and resident updates
- work with referring agencies
- answer phones and direct inquiries
- maintain confidentiality
- complete required paperwork ie: incident reports, logs, emails in professional manner
- participate in training as required
- assist with household duties with residents including cleaning, cooking and other general tasks
- provide transportation as needed (in program vehicle)
- responsible to fulfill shift and shift duties of picked up shifts
- Qualifications
- completion of education in a relevant field of study, or equivalent lived experience
- drivers license is beneficial but not mandatory
- current First Aid/CPR certificate is beneficial but not mandatory
- excellent communication and organization skills
- ability to follow Policies & Procedures and routines as part of a multi-disciplinary team that promotes a safe and secure living environment
- proficient in oral and written communication skills
- proficient with Word, Excel, Zoom
- ability to set professional boundaries
- knowledge of barriers experienced by criminalized persons
- knowledge of trauma-informed care
Job Type: Casual
Pay: $23.50 per hour
Flexible language requirement:
- French not required
Schedule:
- 12 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- On call
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 2025-06-19
Expected start date: 2025-07-21
